ENST1000

ENST1000: Global Environmental Challenges

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Which units require ENST1000?

No other unit in the catalogue lists ENST1000 as a prerequisite, so it is not a gateway to anything further.

What is ENST1000 about?

This unit provides an introduction to global environmental challenges including anthropogenic climate change, deforestation, resource depletion, and population growth. Current change scenarios and their impacts are examined globally, regionally and locally concerning freshwater and marine biodiversity; primary industries; water resources; human health; settlements and infrastructure; disaster management and emergency services and social economic and institutional dimensions. The sensitivity and adaptive capacity of affected systems will be examined, including adaptation and mitigation mechanisms to overcome barriers to change. National and international policy options associated with environmental sustainability and various forms of mitigation, adaptation and transformation will also be addressed.

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Unit details

Credits25

Contact Hours3 Weekly

Result TypeGrade/Mark

AreaSchool of Molecular and Life Sciences (MLS) (1154)

Field of Education050999 Environmental Studies not elsewhere classified

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How this unit is taught

Lecture1 x 1 hour weekly
Workshop1 x 2 hours weekly